The Fellowship
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Overview
The Fellowship is an 8-month immersive experience providing an orientation for living that will form you into the image of Christ and compel you outwards to love your neighbors.
Who is the Fellowship for?
The Fellowship is for young professionals (20s to mid-30s) who desire to grow as followers of Jesus and live out the Gospel for the good of their neighbors. Ideal candidates profess a saving faith in Jesus Christ and demonstrate teachability, curiosity and commitment to seek the good of their community, and are able to fulfill the requirements of the program.
The Fellowship program is designed for people who are living and working full-time in the Lancaster, PA area. All classes and activities are held in person during evenings, plus two Saturdays each semester.
On Your Own Time
Read a selection of texts that will guide you in your formation and how you engage with the world (approximately one book per month)
Practice spiritual formation practices, including daily Bible reading and prayer and a weekly Sabbath
Meet with your mentor at least once each month for personal guidance and accountability
Respond to reflection prompts each week and write one reflection paper each semester during the program
With Your Cohort
Gather bi-weekly with for a meal, discussion of reading and practices, and personal story sharing
Participate in 4 retreats with your cohort that include Biblical teaching on spiritual formation and cultural engagement [from the Reformed tradition]
Engage in communal worship and spiritual formation practices, including hospitality, prayer, and service
Develop and hold each other accountable to a Rule of Life
Fellowship Dates
2026-2027
Common Meals
Thursdays, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fellows are expected to attend all common meals and retreats.
January 14
January 28
February 11
February 25
March 11
March 25
April 8
April 22
September 10
September 24
October 8
October 22
November 5
November 19
December 3
December 17
Retreats
Fridays, 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM and Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
September 11 & 12
November 6 & 7
January 15 & 16
March 12 & 13
*Retreats are not overnight and are primarily held in Lancaster, PA; field trips outside of Lancaster may be included.
Graduation: Friday, April 23 at 7:00 PM
Application Process & Program Fees
Applications for 2025-2026 have closed. Sign up for our email list to be notified when applications for 2026-2027 open!
The Early Bird Deadline for applications is March 15. Applications for the 2026-2027 cohort close on June 30. An interview may be requested following the submission of your application.
Program Fees:
$300 non-refundable deposit due upon acceptance to hold your spot
$1,500 all-inclusive fee (plus deposit)
$1,200 for those who apply by the Early Bird Deadline (March 1)
Fees are payable in full (due August 1) or in 10 monthly payments of $150 each beginning August 1*
Limited need-based scholarships are available; contact us for more information
All accepted students are provided with a template letter to assist them with fundraising to help cover their fees
What’s included in the Program Fees:
Required books and materials
In-person classes
Retreat meals and activities
Bi-Weekly Common meals
Lifetime access to the GNP library
Discounted or free admission to other GNP events
*A monthly payment plan requires a credit card for automatic monthly payments to be made; a credit card processing fee will be added to each payment
FAQs
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Our cohorts are made up of 6-12 participants.
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Housing is not part of this program. Our participants typically live in, or within 20 minutes of, Lancaster city. If you are relocating to Lancaster we may be able to assist you in locating temporary or permanent housing.
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In your 20s to mid-30s
Employed and living in the Lancaster, PA area (or plan to be by the start of the term)
Able to commit to fulfilling all program requirements, including attending all common meals and retreats
Able to affirm their Christian faith and alignment with the Apostle’s and Nicene Creeds
Participants cannot be enrolled in any other schooling while in the Fellowship
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This program is designed for individuals who believe in the saving work of Jesus Christ and is not connected to a specific church or denomination.
We teach from a historically Biblical, primarily reformed, viewpoint and adhere to the ancient statements of the Christian faith - the Apostle’s Creed and the Nicene Creed.
Participants do not need to belong to a specific denomination, but will be required to attend a Bible-teaching church while in the program.
You can read more about our beliefs on our Statement of Faith page or contact us with any questions.
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Between reading, meetings and other assignments, expect to commit an average of 5 hours per week to the Fellowship, plus retreats (see below).
The Fellowship is designed with the understanding that most participants are working full-time, and yet it is an immersive experience and should not be considered lightly. To get the most out of your experience, your attendance is expected at all common meals and discussion, classes and activities.
Additionally, participants are expected to complete all reading and other assignments and reflections.
Fellows meet at least monthly with their mentor for at least an hour.
Fellows meet together for about 3 hours every other week for dinner, discussion and prayer.
Retreats are held twice each semester on a Friday evening and on Saturday from 9AM - 5PM.
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We expect that our participants will be working at least part-time (and most people full-time) in the Lancaster area. We do not provide job placement services.
Our schedule is built to complement a traditional full-time work schedule with all events happening in the evenings or on Saturdays.
The workload is also built with the understanding that most students are employed full time.
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We expect all of our fellows to be regularly attending a local church. By the end of the program, fellows should be committed to an area of service and/or leadership within their local church and a small group (triad, care group, Bible study, etc) that meets consistently.
When possible, we pair fellows with mentors who attend their church.
Is the Fellowship right for me? What if I have additional questions?
We would be delighted to help you explore if the Fellowship is right for you! Please contact us at admissions@gnplancaster.org or use the form below and someone will be in touch!
